disagreement
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for disagreement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An argument or dispute between people who hold different views.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use disagreement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From dis- + agreement, or from disagree + -ment.
Full origin of disagreement →Frequently asked questions
What does “disagreement” mean?
The word “disagreement” means an argument or dispute between people who hold different views. In plain terms, a difference of opinion, or a mismatch between two things.
How do you pronounce “disagreement”?
“Disagreement” is pronounced dih-suh-GREE-muhnt (/ˌdɪsəˈɡɹimənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “disagreement” in a sentence?
Here is “disagreement” used in a sentence: “They had a disagreement over how to split the bill.”
What is another word for “disagreement”?
Words with a similar meaning to “disagreement” include contention. See also Thesaurus:dispute.
What part of speech is “disagreement”?
“Disagreement” is a noun.
Is “disagreement” a common word?
“Disagreement” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “disagreement” have?
“Disagreement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an argument or dispute between people who hold different views.
What is the difference between disagreement and dispute?
Disagreement generally refers to a difference of opinion or a lack of alignment, which can be mild or informal, while dispute often implies a more formal or heated conflict, sometimes involving legal or official proceedings. A disagreement between friends over a restaurant choice is milder than a contractual dispute between companies.
Can disagreement refer to something other than an argument between people?
Yes, disagreement can also describe a lack of alignment between facts, figures, or data, such as a disagreement between two sets of measurements or accounts. This sense does not involve people arguing but simply a mismatch or inconsistency.
What prepositions are commonly used with disagreement?
Disagreement is typically followed by with or between, as in disagreement with a decision or disagreement between colleagues, and sometimes by over or about to specify the subject, as in disagreement over the budget. These collocations help clarify who or what the disagreement concerns.